Eating Disorder Support: The Binge/Purge Cycle and How to Help
17 MINS
Registered nurse Jennie Mendoza describes the physical and psychological effects of the binging and purging cycle, focusing on three different types of purging—vomiting, laxative abuse and excessive exercise—and six strategies that can help someone break the cycle. She also discusses ways to understand and support someone with this eating disorder.
Audience: Clients, Parents & Loved Ones
Jennie Mendoza
Registered Nurse
Jennie joined the Silver Linings Foundation in 2019, bringing her extensive experience with eating disorder treatment and recovery. She also works at the Alberta Children’s Hospital on the Pediatric Mental Health Unit, the Psychiatric Emergency Department, Unit 4, and the Calgary Eating Disorder Program in the day treatment, inpatient and outpatient settings. For more than 10 years, Jennie has applied empathetic listening and a calm communication style to helping people with mental and physical struggles.
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National Eating Disorder Information Centre
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Audience: Clients, Parents & Loved Ones